Paramedic - Medical Transport - PRN

Under the direct supervision of the Medical Transport Supervisor. Paramedic should possess the knowledge of treatment and stabilization of all patients as well as all definitive techniques within the limitations of their certification as governed by the Department of Public Health and scope of practice. This position will care for patients in the neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with the State of Georgia and NGHS policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Complies with all applicable departmental and hospital regulations, directives and protocols whether written or verbal; Maintains thorough up-to-date knowledge of all aspects of emergency medical care relative to pre-hospital care of all sick and injured patients at the advanced level and ensures care is consistently delivered to all patients; Keeps emergency vehicle cleaned, fueled and well stocked at all times; Ensures familiarity with all laws pertaining to emergency vehicle operation and operates the vehicle safely and professionally at all times; Maintains all equipment on the vehicle and ensures equipment left at the hospital is eventually retrieved; Dresses in appropriate uniform attire at all times as directed by NGHS and Medical Transport policies; Ensures paperwork is done accurately and expeditiously within State of Georgia standards and completed prior to the end of the shift; All verbal communication is done according to Medical Transport and NGHS policies and procedures

Requirements

State certification as Paramedic; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); High School Diploma or GED; Basic Life Support certification (BLS); Approved Defensive Driving course; Knowledge of State of Georgia Department of Public Health Protocols and Scope of Practice for Paramedics; Knowledge and proficiency with emergency vehicle operation and area of operations; Maintains good physical fitness